The key is to offer something different to the other homes, and be an attentive host, to get good reviews to boost OTA (Airbnb/vrbo) rankings. 

Or cash for keys is another option…

The key is getting (I mean the most important part) a good agent or boots on the ground. 

The key is for you to separate the utility costs from the rent, then advertise your units with the rent rate only and explain the utilities later.HOW TO SHARE UTILITIES 101You have a property with two or more units and the utility meters are shared.

One key takeaway for future projects is the value of hiring professional painters.

I used the radiator key to let the air out and 10 mins later the radiator was hot.

@Steven NguyenThe BRRR method is a solid strategy, but careful planning is key.

I definitely would pay attention to key macroeconomic stats such as population growth, job growth, and where companies are moving/developing.

(I recently saw an article in Forbes talking about the Bay Area’s shifting market) And if you aim to hold properties long term, keep your eyes on towns around the Bay that have had consistent rent growth.Here in my home market of Phoenix, I see investors branching out to places like Austin, Chicago, and even Omaha from what Ive heard because they recognize how trends can shift quickly.

Key findings?